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Blugold Briefing - Weekly Student News & Events - Sept. 21-27

Rebekah Conrad - Monday, September 21
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BLUGOLD BRIEFING  
WEEKLY STUDENT NEWS & EVENTS 

 
SEPTEMBER 21-27, 2026
 
Jump to:  Featured Events  |  Announcements  |  Community  |  Events Calendar

McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Nelson the Goldendoodle

  Mon, Sep 21, 2026
  5 PM – 6 PM 
  McIntyre Library First Floor

Our favorite furry friends are back at McIntyre Library! All current UWEC students, staff, and faculty are welcome to attend.

Blu's Bingo: Book Night

  Wed, Sep 23, 2026
  5 PM – 6:30 PM 
  The Cabin

๐Ÿ“š Calling all book lovers! ๐Ÿ“š
Join us in The Cabin this week for “Book” Bingo with your favorite mascot! Come play, have some fun, and maybe win a prize! 
Prizes include: โœจ Cute bookmarks • Reading lights • Books

Karaoke Night

  Sat, Sep 26, 2026
  6 PM – 8 PM
  The Cabin

๐ŸŽค It’s Karaoke Night! ๐ŸŽค
Bring a friend, pick a song (or two), and take the mic! Join us in The Cabin and sing your heart out to whatever tune you’re feeling!๐ŸŽถ

Career Fair Spruce Up

  Tue, Sep 22, 2026
  12:30 PM – 2:30 PM 
  Vicki Lord Larson Hall, Room 2151

One-stop to be Career Fair ready! Drop in and meet employers for: resume reviews, LinkedIn profile checks, elevator pitch practice, professional attire from the Career Closet.

Blugold Makerspace Workshop: Free Form Minizines

  Thu, Sep 24, 2026
  3 PM – 4 PM 
  McIntyre Library Blugold Makerspace

Join Anna (Arts Librarian) to create your own one-page zine (short for fanzine). Learn a bit about the history of zine-making and why they're great tools for expressing anything from favorite bands to beliefs.

Homecoming Pennant Hanging

  Sun, Sep 27, 2026
  12 PM – 5 PM
  Student Involvement Center

Registered groups will decorate a pennant to represent their organization or group while incorporating the theme: Eau So Golden! โœจ

 

๐Ÿ“ฃ Are you a Student Organization officer who missed the "Nuts & Bolts" Training last week? 
If you’re a student organization officer who couldn’t attend, you’ll need to register for the Nuts & Bolts Make-Up Session this Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 4–7 p.m. in the Woodland Theater (3rd floor, Davies Center).
This training is required for Annual Student Organization Re-Registration completion, so be sure to register today! 
Questions? Contact the Student Organizations Commission.
MAKE-UP Student Organization Leaders Nuts & Bolts Training

Join Passion 4 Paws on a downtown Eau Claire scavenger hunt! Grab a friend and explore downtown! 
Form a team of 1–3 people and visit some of downtown’s animal-themed spots. Prizes will be awarded to the first three teams to finish!

๐Ÿ“… Thursday, September 24
๐Ÿ“ Meet outside Olson’s at 5 p.m.
๐Ÿ”Ž The Scavenger Hunt starts promptly at 5:10 p.m., so be sure to arrive on time!

Passion 4 Paws (P4P)

The Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Development Program
offers workshops for classes, student organizations, residence halls, departments and other student-facing groups. These interactive workshops are facilitated by trained Peer Diversity Educators and are designed to help students engage in meaningful conversations on topics such as identity, inclusion, communication, belonging, social justice and community building. This event will take place on Sept. 25th.

The Academic Skills Center is now the Blugold Learning Center, your campus destination for tutoring, academic coaching, and study sessions. If you would like to review challenging course content, improve your study skills, manage your time effectively, or prepare for exams, we're here to help you learn. You can sign up for a tutoring appointment or coaching session on Navigate or stop by the Student Success Commons (Centennial 2104). Check out our website for more information.
Students studying in the Cabin

Review Updated UWEC Promotional Materials Policies.
All UWEC students, student organizations and groups are encouraged to review the updated UWEC Promotional Materials Policies to help ensure adherance to campus time, place, and manner expectations.
Promo image 

Law for Learners: Free, Confidential Legal Help. Our goal is to help Wisconsin learners overcome legal obstacles, empowering them to move forward with their lives and achieve their academic and career goals. Whether you’re already involved in a court case or have a question about a situation that could involve a legal problem in Wisconsin, Law for Learners is here for you. For Resources, Click Here.

Jackpot Bingo Night @ Growler Guys

  Monday Sep. 21
  6:30-8:30pm
  The Growler Guys
Spin the wheel and win prizes during the first five rounds! If no one hits the jackpot, the prize grows each week! ๐ŸŽ‰
Growler Guys Bingo Night
 

Bard's Night: A Renaissance Revival Event

  Tuesday Sep. 22
  6:30-8:30pm 
  Forage
A Ren Faire–inspired open mic event presented in collaboration with the Chippewa Valley Writers Guild. Costumes and creative performances are encouraged! Visit our event website for additional information.
Doodle of Shakespeare on stage
 

Live Music: Howard 'Guitar' Luedtke

  Wednesday Sep. 23
  7-10pm 
  2 Roots Gallery
Howard is a staple of the blues scene—and for good reason! With more than 40 years of experience playing guitar, he has performed throughout the Midwest and on the international stage.
Howard 'Guitar' Luedtke at 2 Roots Gallery
 

FREE Professional Headshot

  Thursday Sep. 24
  noon-2pm 
  The Coven
Refresh your professional photo with a free headshot session! Open to the public, with great lighting and friendly photographers. Space is limited, so reservations are encouraged.
September 24, 12-2pm, Free Professional Headshots
 

The Merchant's Market: A FREE Renaissance Revival Event

  Friday Sep. 25
  10am-1pm
  Forage
Curated vendor market with a Renaissance-inspired theme. Costumes are encouraged! Part of the Renaissance Revival Event Series. Visit our event website for more information.
Shopping cart with a heart icon
 

Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market

  Saturday Sep. 26
  7:30am-1pm
  Phoenix Park
Eau Claire’s largest producers-only farmers market, held along the Chippewa River in scenic downtown Eau Claire under an open-air pavilion. Enjoy live entertainment and an Artists’ Market every Saturday!
Vendor at Farmers market waving
 

Poetry Hike

  Sunday Sep. 27
  5pm 
  Union Conservancy
Join Eau Claire Outdoors and the Chippewa Valley Writers Guild for a gentle 2-mile hike with stops along the way to enjoy the work of local poets and artists.
Poetry Hike Sunday, September 27
 
Additional events can be found by visiting Volume One's Calendar of Events
Volume One
 

โœจ Weekly Blugold Connect+ Tip โœจ


Did you know that BlugoldConnect+ has a Points System where you can earn points by being involved?

Users can earn points by registering for events, checking into events, being a student organization officer, being a member of a student organization, or even just by logging in every day!

Visit the Points Leaderboard to see where you stand. Here's how to see where you are placed:
  • On the Website: On the menu on the left side of your home page, click "My Activity." Then, click "My Points." Here you can see all of the points you've earned so far. The button to see the Leaderboard is in the top right corner.
  • On the App: Click the "More" tab in the bottom menu. Then tap "My Activity," then "My Points." The button to see the Leaderboard is near the top of your screen.
 

โœจ Campus Happenings โœจ

 
๐Ÿ There’s a chill in the air! ๐Ÿ‚

One of the most beautiful seasons on campus is here! Take a break between classes to enjoy the changing leaves, grab your favorite book and beverage, take a snooze, or simply watch the leaves fall!

Whatever you do, take a moment to enjoy fall at UWEC! ๐Ÿ‚

And don’t forget—a favorite UWEC tradition is just around the corner! Get ready for the 2026 UWEC Homecoming activities and celebrations! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›

 

Events

Monday, September 21
Start End   Event         Location
1:00pm 2:00pm McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Rosie and Olive the Golden Retrievers McIntyre Library
1:30pm 2:30pm QTPOC Social! Multicultural Student Services (CEN 1106)
2:00pm 5:00pm Blugold Makerspace Workshop: Electronics for Makers - Hack a Light  Blugold Makerspace, McIntyre Library
5:00pm 6:00pm McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Nelson the Goldendoodle McIntyre Library First Floor
6:00pm 8:00pm Alpha Xi Delta: Cookie Decorating TBD
7:00pm 9:00pm Q-Fest Screening | Jimpa Woodland Theatre, Davies Student Center
Tuesday, September 22
10:30am 11:30am McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Hey Zeus and Nito the Greyhounds McIntyre Library
12:30pm 2:30pm Career Fair Spruce Up Vicki Lord Larson Hall, Room 2151
7:00pm 8:30pm Leadership Matchmaker Hilltop Lounge
7:15pm 9:00pm Alpha Xi Delta: Bracelets and Movie Night McPhee 106
Wednesday, September 23
9:00am 10:00am McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Miss Lola Fandango McIntyre Library
3:00pm 5:00pm Actuarial, Accounting and Finance Career Fair Davies Student Center, 3rd Floor
4:00pm 7:00pm Student Organization Leaders Nuts and Bolts Training MAKE-UP SESSION - Fall 2026 Woodland Theater (Davies Ctr 3rd floor)
4:30pm 5:30pm McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Lizzy the Black Lab McIntyre Library
5:00pm 6:30pm Blu's Bingo: Book Night The Cabin
7:30pm 9:30pm Queer Swim Night! McPhee Pool
Thursday, September 24
10:30am 11:30am McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Nito and Badger the Greyhounds McIntyre Library 1st Floor
1:00pm 2:00pm McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Rosie and Olive the Golden Retrievers McIntyre Library
3:00pm 4:00pm Blugold Makerspace Workshop: Free Form Minizines McIntyre Library Blugold Makerspace
5:00pm 7:00pm P4P Downtown Scavenger Hunt Meet outside of Olsons for directions
6:00pm 8:00pm Alpha Xi Delta: Tea Party + Bridgerton Watch Party McPhee 108
6:00pm 7:00pm Meet Your People Towers Lobby
6:00pm 8:00pm Finding Joy Through Gratitude Hilltop Lounge
7:30pm 8:30pm NOTA Open Read The Cabin
Friday, September 25
10:00am 11:00am McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Nelson the Goldendoodle McIntyre Library First Floor
12:00pm 1:00pm McIntyre Library Therapy Dog: Madison the Goldendoodle McIntyre Library
2:30pm 3:30pm Diversity 101 CENT 2916
3:00pm 6:00pm Inclusive Rec Afternoon The Rec Yard
6:00pm 8:00pm Women's Soccer Game Simpson Field
6:00pm 8:00pm Cabin Show: Cathy Reitz & 7Swing The Cabin
7:30pm 9:30pm Women's Soccer Game Simpson Field
8:00pm 9:00pm Extreme Bingo Towers Lobby
Saturday, September 26
2:00pm 4:00pm Men's Soccer Game Simpson Field
6:00pm 8:00pm Karaoke Night The Cabin
8:00pm 9:00pm Trivia Towers Lobby
Sunday, September 27
12:00pm 5:00pm Homecoming Pennant Hanging Student Involvement Center
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